FAQ's
Q. What kind of a town is Stevenson? Is there a gas station,
grocery store or restaurant?
A. Unlike some smaller towns in the Gorge, Stevenson is modern day with
plenty of amenities sporting three gas stations, a grocery store with a
full service deli, several restaurants and it’s own microbrewery
complete with a pub. There’s also a hardware store and auto supply shop.
In fact, in 2004 the downtown corridor and fairgrounds were setup with a
city wide free Wi-Fi system, so if you bring a laptop, smart phone or
PDA you can surf the web and do email!
Q. Our club is thinking of coming to Sport Touring Northwest. Are
group rates available? Can we camp together as well?
A. Sport Touring Northwest is regularly attended by groups, we
provide group rates that are available online when you register. We can
provide group camping as well. We have provided this for a number of
groups that have done this in previous years. Please contact us via
email with your specific request and be sure to include the number of
people you plan to have onsite.
Q. Why is proof of insurance required on the Maryhill Loops Road?
A. In Washington State insurance is not required for motorcyclists who
use public roads (although it’s highly advised). However, the Maryhill
Loops Road is on private property and the curators require all riders
during our event have insurance specific to the bike they ride on the
road.
Q. Does Oregon require motorcyclists to carry insurance?
A. Yes.
Q. What if it
rains?
A. The event goes on rain or shine. Because of the geography that
surrounds the area, it may be raining west of the Cascades and not to
the east. The location of the event is such that if there's ever rain in
the west, we ride to the east. Being held at the end of August means
rain is less likely than say September (some of you remember the year we
tried it that month).
Q. Our family would like to attend. Some will not be riding
motorcycles. Is that OK?
A. We welcome families. The only restriction is that kids under 21
years old are not allowed in the beer garden as per state law, otherwise
everything is open to them. Understand that each family member or
guest over 12 must have a paid registration to attend even if they
won't be riding. Registration costs have nothing to do with riding a
motorcycle, rather they cover the costs of insurance, meals, camping,
guest speaker lodging and otherwise. Kids under 12 are free and must be
supervised by their adult guardian at all times.
Q. I have a sleep apnea condition. Are there electrical outlets
near the camping area?
A. Yes. There are more than a dozen outlets along the west side of
the tent camping area and electrical outlets throughout the RV area.
Q. For the meals provided during the rally are there vegetarian
options?
A. Always. Please email us with your request for vegetarian options
so we have enough on hand.
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